Surplus Property Transition Initiative is now open and accepting applications

Further to my announcement on June 29th, I am happy to announce that Surplus Property Transition Initiative is now open and accepting applications.

The new initiative allows community proponents to request additional time to support planning for the creation of community hubs at surplus provincial, school board or hospital properties. With the agreement of the current property owner, properties selected through this process would be maintained in public ownership, for up to 18 months, while community proponents develop their business plans, partnerships, and funding arrangements. Details including eligibility criteria and application forms can be found athttps://www.ontario.ca/page/surplus-property-transition-initiative.

Proponents are encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible. Applications will be assessed as they are received and the number of proposals selected for this initiative will be limited. Applications submitted after October 16, 2017 will not be considered. Please contact the Ministry of Infrastructure Community Hubs Division at community.hubs@ontario.ca if you have any questions regarding the Surplus Property Transition Initiative. We look forward to receiving your proposals for transitioning surplus properties into vibrant community hubs.

Sincerely,

[Original Signed by]

Bob Chiarelli

Minister of Infrastructure

Karen Pitre, Special Advisor to the Premier on Community Hubs

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